WATCH | Remembering Virginia Who Went Viral Dancing With The Obamas

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By Essence· Updated November 17, 2022

Virginia McLaurin, 113, lived to see a Black president and first lady in her lifetime. When meeting the Obamas in 2016, she did a happy dance in the White House at 106 years old. A Facebook post from McLaurin’s family said she passed away after being in hospice care. “Rest in peace, Virginia. We know you’re up there dancing,” the Obamas said in

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